Nikon D7000 VS D7100
Mar 3, 2013 19:12:43 #
Had my mind made up on the D7000. Just waiting on the price to drop a bit after the D7100 is on the market for awhile.
Have been reading a lot of, shall we say, pre-reviews of the D7100. All that I have seen sound very positive. One said that it has already replaced the D300 in Europe!!!
The D7000 has proven itself over several years. The D7100 is not even on the market until March 14th (latest update I have seen).
Do you go with the proven D7000 or take the chance on the D7100 being everything Nikon and others say it is???
This will probably be my last upgrade, HOPE to retire next year.
OK "Hogs" please give me your views.
Thanks,
Don
Have been reading a lot of, shall we say, pre-reviews of the D7100. All that I have seen sound very positive. One said that it has already replaced the D300 in Europe!!!
The D7000 has proven itself over several years. The D7100 is not even on the market until March 14th (latest update I have seen).
Do you go with the proven D7000 or take the chance on the D7100 being everything Nikon and others say it is???
This will probably be my last upgrade, HOPE to retire next year.
OK "Hogs" please give me your views.
Thanks,
Don
Mar 3, 2013 19:20:40 #
If cost difference NOT a factor, I lean strongly towards the D7100. Nikon will definitely makes sure that there will not be a repeat of the D600 introduction problems.
Mar 3, 2013 19:26:15 #
I have all but ordered the D7100, just waiting for a real "hands on" opportunity right now.
Mar 3, 2013 21:13:19 #
MT Shooter wrote:
I have all but ordered the D7100, just waiting for a real "hands on" opportunity right now.
Dumb question.
You sold your D7000s when you got the D800's. Pray tell, why are you buying (or thinking of) the D7100?
Mar 3, 2013 21:31:40 #
traveler90712 wrote:
Dumb question.
You sold your D7000s when you got the D800's. Pray tell, why are you buying (or thinking of) the D7100?
MT Shooter wrote:
I have all but ordered the D7100, just waiting for a real "hands on" opportunity right now.
Dumb question.
You sold your D7000s when you got the D800's. Pray tell, why are you buying (or thinking of) the D7100?
I sold my last D7000 after shooting the D800 in DX mode and seeing they gave me larger files than the D7000 did so there was no need for the DX in my lens arsenal. Now with the D7100's 24.1MP sensor and no anti-aliasing filter I once again have a use for a DX body with my longest lenses. AND they fixed by BIGGEST complaint about the D7000, no lock button on the shooting mode dial. I lost many images because of that dial turning from A to M or some other position. It was VERY aggravating at times.
Mar 3, 2013 22:05:13 #
PAR4DCR wrote:
Had my mind made up on the D7000. Just waiting on ... (show quote)
I would go for the D7100. I doubt that you'll be satisfied with yesterday's technology tomorrow.
Mar 4, 2013 05:52:46 #
I don't think that now the D7100 is available, you'd be happy with a camera that will probably be discontinued soon.Having said that the D7000 is a brilliant camera and although I will be getting a D7100 I will also keep the D7000.
Mar 4, 2013 06:30:41 #
MT Shooter wrote:
quote=traveler90712 quote=MT Shooter I have all ... (show quote)
MT you said it all I have the D7100 on order and the biggest reason was the lock button on the shoot mode dial. I have had the same thing happen, I had Nikon tighten the dial on my 7000 and aldo put shrink wrap around the dial to help prevent the dial changing, but it still does. BTW the other features aregreat also on the 7100
Mar 4, 2013 07:43:39 #
If and when I ever do upgrade I probably would get the d7100.. I have two d7000 bodies and one d700.. I just love the performance of these cameras so will use them till they completely fall apart which may well be a long time from now..
Mar 4, 2013 07:52:19 #
I am mystified as to how on Earth one manages to accidentally change the mode dial on a D7000. The only Nikon I have ever had on which that was a problem is my N1 V1 and on that camera it seems the mode will change if you even think about it, let alone touch it. Never has it occurred on the D7000 in my extensive experience with that camera taking thousands of photos with it. Dare I suggest reviewing the manner in which you guys are holding the camera while shooting with it? My hands go nowhere near the mode dial while I take pictures.
I've been using Nikon SLRs since 1965 more or less continuously and have never had that happen to one of my camera settings.
Bill Waxman
p.s. I think one of the reasons to stick with the D7000 is the anti-aliasing filter since moire patterns tend to show up without one, at least that is my understanding or am I mistaken?
I've been using Nikon SLRs since 1965 more or less continuously and have never had that happen to one of my camera settings.
Bill Waxman
p.s. I think one of the reasons to stick with the D7000 is the anti-aliasing filter since moire patterns tend to show up without one, at least that is my understanding or am I mistaken?
Mar 4, 2013 07:56:14 #
BillWaxman wrote:
I am mystified as to how on Earth one manages to a... (show quote)
It is not from how we hold it the dial can move by s atrap hitting it taking the camera out of a bag etc. I am glad you have not had the problem, but it is a common complaint on the D700 forum on Nikonians. BTW all my other Nikons change the mode with a push button and command dial
Mar 4, 2013 08:05:40 #
Ditto here. I put a dab of JB Weld on my dial. Easy enough to pop off but it does the job. My other beef with the D7000 is the so-so auto focusing. On the plus side, I love the feel of the 7000 with the battery grip compared to how my D3S feels in my hands.
Mar 4, 2013 08:10:59 #
I love my D7000 as much as my D800e and after enjoying it for the last 2 1/2 years find there is a problem? The mode dial not locking? I love that feature because I can meter in M and shoot in A with out unlocking anything.
C'mon be careful when unpacking your camera from the gear bag or carrying it along with a sling strap.
OOps! The mode button on my D800e does not lock. Just being a jerk this morning. I'll go take my pill. Forgive me.
And, oh yeah, one more thing. Moire is not a problem on the D800e, so get the 7100. If you are concerned, Don't be.
C'mon be careful when unpacking your camera from the gear bag or carrying it along with a sling strap.
OOps! The mode button on my D800e does not lock. Just being a jerk this morning. I'll go take my pill. Forgive me.
And, oh yeah, one more thing. Moire is not a problem on the D800e, so get the 7100. If you are concerned, Don't be.
Mar 4, 2013 08:35:42 #
BillWaxman wrote:
I am mystified as to how on Earth one manages to accidentally change the mode dial on a D7000.
Agreed. I was able to flick that dial while I had the camera to my eye. Now I have to find that button and give it a firm press while turning the dial. Maybe the D7200 will have an option to disable that button. :D
Mar 4, 2013 08:43:21 #
Just goes to prove that it is impossible to please everyone no matter what is done about anything! Human nature, it seems, is no entirely satisfied without something to complain about. I imagine that it is, in fact, a great strength because the impulse leads to other things such as inventions and the devising of easier and better ways to accomplish commonly engaged in tasks. Imagine the relief brought about by the invention of the flush toilet, for example. Just to name one problem most humans dealt with that has been partially solved.
A happy and relatively gripe free Monday to you all!
Bill Waxman
A happy and relatively gripe free Monday to you all!
Bill Waxman
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